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How to access Krka National Park | Entrances, directions, & tips
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How many Krka National Park entrances are there?
There are five entrances to Krka National Park:
- Lozovac (the main entrance)
- Skradin
- Roški slap waterfall/Laškovica
- Burnum/Puljane
- Kistanje/Krka monastery
They are located around the periphery of the park and allow you to access different areas and attractions. All visitors have to purchase a ticket to enter the national park.
Krka National Park entrances explained
Lozovac entrance
This is the main Krka National Park entrance and the most easily accessible one. It is used by both individual visitors as well as tour group buses. If you’re driving to the national park, this is the best entrance to access the park.
Location: Lozovac village
Timings:
- November to February: 9am to 4pm
- March: 9am to 5pm
- April: 8am to 6pm
- May: 8am to 7pm
- June to August: 8am to 8pm
- September: 8am to 7pm
- 1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
- 16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm
Closed on: 25 and 26 December
Nearest attraction: Skradinski buk
Facilities: Ticket office, free parking
How to explore the park from this entrance:
- Shuttle buses are available from April to October to transport visitors to Skradinski Buk waterfall.
- You can reach Skradinski buk by taking the scenic 875-meter trail from the entrance, and further explore the park on foot.
- During the winter months, you can enter the park with your own vehicle.
Skradin entrance
This is the second-most accessible Krka National Park entrance. If you arrive by public transport (buses from cities in Croatia), you’ll likely be dropped off near this entrance. It is also accessible via a scenic ferry ride on the Krka River from Skradin.
Location: Skradin town
Timings:
- November to February: 9am to 4pm
- March: 9am to 5pm
- April: 8am to 6pm
- May: 8am to 7pm
- June to August: 8am to 8pm
- September: 8am to 7pm
- 1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
- 16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm
Closed on: 25 & 26 December and 1 January
Nearest attraction: Skradinski buk
Facilities: Ticket office, parking (limited availability)
How to explore the park from this entrance:
- From April to October, you can opt for scenic boat tours to Skradinski buk from the pier near this entrance.
- Alternatively, you can hike the equally scenic 3.4 km trail to the waterfalls or take the bicycle trail.
Roški slap waterfall/Laškovica entrance
The Roški slap entrance is accessible by road via the nearby towns of Skradin, Knin, and Drnis. If you haven’t booked your Krka National Park tickets online, you can buy those as well as tickets for the boat tours at this entrance.
Location: Laškovica village
Timings:
- November to February: 9am to 4pm
- March: 9am to 5pm
- April: 8am to 6pm
- May: 8am to 7pm
- June to August: 8am to 8pm
- September: 8am to 7pm
- 1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
- 16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm
Closed on: 25 & 26 December and 1 January
Nearest attraction: Roški slap waterfall
Facilities: Ticket office, free parking
How to explore the park from this entrance:
- From June to September, you can reach the Roški slap falls by the park’s buses from this entrance.
- From April to October, you can take the park’s boat excursions to Krka Monastery and to Visovac Island (separate boat tours).
- Boats from the Skradinski buk waterfall also connect to this entrance.
Burnum/Puljane entrance
The Burnum entrance to Krka National Park is accessible only by road. It is best for exploring the Burnum Roman ruins, the Eco Campus at Puljane, and the nearby waterfalls.
Location: near Ivoševci village, 2.5 km north of Kistanje
Timings:
- November to February: 9am to 4pm
- March: 9am to 5pm
- April: 8am to 6pm
- May: 8am to 7pm
- June to August: 8am to 8pm
- September: 8am to 7pm
- 1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
- 16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm
Closed on: 25 & 26 December and 1 January
Nearest attractions: Burnum Roman archaeological site, Bilušića buk waterfall, Brljan waterfall, Manojlovac slap, Rošnjak waterfall, and the Eco Campus at Puljane.
Facilities: Ticket office, free parking
How to explore the park from this entrance:
- You can access the Burnum Roman archaeological site and amphitheater, the Eco Campus at Puljane, and four of Krka National Park’s waterfalls by car or on foot.
- Keep in mind that some areas of the national park accessible from this entrance might be closed during the winter months from November to February or March.
Kistanje/Krka monastery entrance
You can enter Krka National Park through the Krka Monastery, which is located close to Kistanje village. This entrance is accessible by car, and you have to drive down small, twisting, and winding roads to reach it.
Location: Krka Monastery, near Kistanje village
Timings:
- April to June: 10am to 6pm
- July & August: 8am to 8pm
- September to 15th October: 10am to 6pm
- 16th to 31st October: 10am to 5pm
Closed: November to February
Nearest attractions: Krka Monastery.
Facilities: Ticket office, free parking
How to explore the park from this entrance:
- Since this entrance is through the Krka Monastery, you can explore the complex and its buildings, including its Byzantine church, 18th-century bell tower, and the ancient Roman catacombs, which are open to the public.
- Boat tours to and from this entrance take you to the Roški slap waterfall and the Nečven and Trošenj medieval fortresses nearby.
- Keep in mind that some areas of the national park accessible from this entrance might be closed during the winter months from November to February or March.
- A 30-minute educational trail also starts from this entrance, which you can take to explore the flora and fauna around the monastery.
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Frequently asked questions about Krka National Park entrances
How many entrances does Krka National Park have?
There are five entrances to Krka National Park: Lozovac, Skradin, Roški slap waterfall/Laškovica, Burnum/Puljane, and the Kistanje/Krka monastery entrances.
Does the park have a main entrance?
Lozovac is considered the main entrance to the park, while Skradin is also popular. Both entrances offer convenient access to the attractions inside the park.
Which Krka National Park entrance should I use if I don’t have entry tickets?
You can purchase your tickets at any of the park’s entrances. Keep in mind that ticket queues at the Lozovac and Skradin entrances might be long and you might have to wait half an hour or more in the peak season. You can book your Krka National Park tickets online in advance and avoid wasting time standing in the ticket lines.
Is there a separate entrance for those who have purchased their tickets online?
There is no separate entrance; all ticket holders can use any of the five entrances to enter the national park.
What time should I visit Krka National Park to avoid waiting in line?
To avoid waiting in lines, it’s best to visit Krka National Park when it opens – 8am from April to mid-October and 9am from mid-October to the end of March. The park sees larger crowds from late morning and midday onwards.
Which Krka National Park entrance is used for guided tours and tour groups?
Guided tours and tour groups usually use the Lozovac entrance.
Which entrance is best for visitors with disabilities?
The Lozovac and Skradin entrances are the best equipped for wheelchair users and visitors with mobility issues, with wheelchair-accessible walking trails, buses, and boats.
